Indesit WDE 12 X User manual

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Washer-dryer
Instructions for installation and use
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Instruções para a instalação e a utilização
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Instrucciones para la instalación y uso
WDE 12 X

Washer-dryer 1
Instructions for installation and use
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Instruções para a instalação e a utilização
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Herearethe12topicsexplainedinthismanual.Read,learnand
have fun: you will discover many secret ways to get a better
wash,moreeasilyandmakingyourwasher-dryerlastlonger.
Quick guide
1. Installation and removal (p. 11)
Installation,afterdeliveryortransport,isthemostimportantoperation
for the correct functioning of your washer-dryer.Always check:
1. Thattheelectric system conforms to regulations;
2. Thattheinletanddrainingpipesareconnectedcorrectly.
Never use pipes that have already been used.
3. Thatthewasher-dryerislevelledproperly;something
worth checking to aid the performance of your
washer-dryer;
4. That the drum's fixing screws have been removed from
the back of the washer-dryer;
2. What goes in your washer-dryer and how
to start it (p. 2)
A correct distribution of your laundry is vital to the successful
outcomeof the wash and the lifeof thewasher-dryer.Learnall the
tips and secrets to dividing your linen:colour, type of fabric.
3. Guide to understanding labels (p. 6)
Thesymbolson the labels ofyourgarmentsareeasy to understand
and equally important for the success of your wash.The guide
includessimple instructions to help youchoose the right tempera-
ture, wash cycles and ironing methods.
4. Useful tips to avoid mistakes (p. 7)
Years back, our grandmothers were the ones who gave us good
advice - and in those days synthetic fibres did not exist: washing
was easy. Today, your washer-dryer offers you helpful advice
allowing you to wash wool even better than an expert laundress
would by hand.
5. The detergent dispenser (p. 8)
Howto use thedetergent dispenser and the bleachcompartment.
6. Understanding the control panel (p. 3)
Washer-dryer’s control panel is very simple. It has only a few
essential buttons to help you choose any type of wash cycle,
rangingfromthemostenergetic, capableofcleaninga mechanic’s
overalls,to themost delicate forwool.Familiarising yourselfwith it
will help you get the best out of your wash while helping your
washer-dryer last longer. It’s easy.
7. Guide to the wash programmes (p. 4)
Herein is an easy table to help you choose the right programme,
temperature,detergents and possible additives. Choose the right
programme and you will get better results with your wash while
saving time, water and energy, day after day.
1 Instructions for installation and use
8. How to dry (p. 5)
A few handy tips to get the best drying cycle from your appliance.
9. Care and maintenance (p. 14)
With just a bit of care, it will repay you with loyalty and devotion.
With the necessary upkeep, it will wash for years and years to
come.
10. Problems and solutions (p. 9 and 10)
Beforecallingatechnician, read these pages: immediate solutions
may be found for a number of problems. If the problem persists,
call your local Indesit customer services who will be pleased to
help.Any failure will be repaired, as soon as possible.
11. Technical characteristics (p. 10)
Herein arethe technicalfeatures of your washer-dryer:model type
number, electric and water specifications, size, capacity, speed of
thespin cycleandcompliance withItalianandEuropean regulations.
12. Safety for you and your family (p. 15)
Here you will find the necessary safety guidelines, and it is
important for you to read this section carefully.

What goes in your washer-dryer?
Before washing,you cando agreat dealto ensurebetter results.Divideyour garments
according to fabric and colour. Read the labels, follow their guidelines.
Beforewashing.
Divide your washing according
to the type of fabric and colour
fastness.
Emptyallpockets (coins,paper,
moneyand small obejects) and
ensure all loose buttons are
repaired or removed prior to
loading.
How to eliminate the most common stains
Ink and biro Dab with a wad of cotton soaked in methyl alcohol or alcohol at 90°.
Tar Dab with fresh butter, rub in turpentine then wash immediately.
Wax Scrape away, then run a hot iron between two sheets of absorbent paper. Then rub in cotton with turpentine or
methyl alcohol.
Chewing gum Rub in nail polish remover and wipe with a clean rag.
Mold Cotton and white linen should be placed in a solution of 5 parts water, one bleach and a spoon of vinegar,then
washed immediately. For other white fabrics, use hydrogen peroxide at 10volumes and wash immediately.
Lipstick Dab with ether on wool or cotton. Use tricloroetilene for silk.
Nail polish Place a sheet of absorbent paper on the side of the stain, wet it with nail polish remover, shifting the
garment as the sheet gradually changes colour.
Grass Dab with a wad of cotton soaked in methyl alcohol.
Startingthewasher-dryer
Starting your washer-dryer in
theright wayis importantfor the
quality of your wash, to help
prevent future problems and
enhancelifeexpectancyofyour
appliance. Once you have
loaded your washer-dryer and
added the detergent together
with any fabric conditioner,
always check that:
1.The door is closed correctly.
2. The plug is secured in the
socket.
3. The water supply is turned
on.
4. Selector knob Aispositioned
on one of the symbols (Stop/
Reset).
Choosethedesiredprogramme
The programme is selected
accordingtothetypeofgarments
thatneedtobewashed.Tochoose
aprogramme,refertothetableon
page 4. Turn knob Auntil the
selected programme is aligned
with the mark on the knob, turn
knobB tothedesiredtemperatu-
resettings,check that knob Cis
in the desired position, if
necessary use buttons E, F, G
and lastly, press on/off button H
(Iposition).
Afterinstallingyournew washer-dryer,startawashcycle
by setting programme "1" at 90 degrees.
For more delicate
garments:
protect underwear, tights
and stockings and delicate
items by placing them in a
canvaspouch
Dividing your garments
accordingto fabricand
colour, is very important
for good results
Attheendofthe wash cycle...
LampIwill flashquicklyforafew
seconds, then it will begin
flashing more slowly.
Then turn the washer-dryer off
by pressing on-off button H
(Oposition).You can now open
the washer-dryer door safely.
After having removed the
freshly cleaned washing, leave
the door open to allow air
circulationinside the drum.
Alwaysdisconnect electricity at
thesocketandturnoff the water
supply.
Remember that, in the event
of a power failure, or should
the washer-dryer switch itself
off, the programme chosen
will remain in its memory.
The labels say it all.
Always look at the labels: they
tell you everything about your
garment and how to wash it in
the best possible way.
The table on page 6 shows all
meanings behind these
symbols. Their recom-
mendations are important to
achieve better wash results.
Instructions for installation and use 2
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Bigand small happily
together.
Thiswasher-dryer has a special
electroniccontroldevicefor even
distribution:beforethespincycle
starts, this device allows the
garments to positions
themselves, to minimise noise
and vibrations during the spin
cycle.

E
A
B
C
D
FGHIL
The washer-dryer is equipped
with an extra compartment 4
(provided as an accessory) for
the bleach, to be inserted in
compartment 1.
Easyiron
This function allows your
washing to come out of the
machine without creases,
making it much easier to iron.
Youcanuseitwithprogrammes
3-4 (Cotton), 5-6 (Synthetics)
and9(Delicates).
Press this button in
programmes5-6-9 andthewash
cycle will come to a stop on
symbol .Youcan complete it
by pressing button Eagain.
Notes:
- this function should not be
used when button G(stain
removal) has been pressed.
-If you also want to run the
drying cycle, this button is
enabled only if combined with
level (Iron).
Slow spin
Use this button to reduce the
spinning speed from 1200 to
600rpmforthe cotton and linen
programmes and from 850 to
600 rpm for the synthetic
fabrics programmes.
Stain removal (see page 8)
Thanks to this command, the
washer-dryer will carry out a
more intensive wash that
optimisesthe effectivenessofthe
liquid additives, thus allowing
more resistant stains to be
removed. When you press the
stainremoval button,youcannot
activatethepre-wash.
Here I’m in command
Understandingthecontrol panel
Making the right choice is important. And it’s easy.
Programme selector knob
Usethisknobto select the wash
programme.
Turnthisknob clockwiseonly.
To select a programme, you
should turn the knob so that the
symbol/number ofthedesired
programme is in line with the
pointeron theknob.
Now press on/off button H
(position I), pilot lamp Iwill start
flashing.
After 5", the setting will be
accepted, pilot lamp Iwill stop
flashing(stayinglit)andthewash
cyclewillbegin.
Should you wish to interrupt the
programme in progress or set a
new one, select one of the
symbols (Stop/Reset)andwait
5" : when the cancellation has
been accepted, pilot lamp I
flashes,andyoucanthenturnthe
applianceoff.
Afterthewashcyclehasbeenset
and accepted by the washer-
dryer, turning the knob will have
noeffect (exceptforwhenit ison
position Stop/Reset).
Temperature control knob
Itisusedto set the wash tempe-
rature in the recommended
programmetableonpag.4.Italso
allowsyoutoreducethetempe-
rature recommended for the
selected programme, and even
to set a cold wash cycle ( ).
Drying cycle knob
Use this knob to select the
desired drying cycle. Two
optionsareavailable:
A- Based on time:
From40 minutesto150.
B- Based on the damp level of
thedryclothes:
Iron :slightly damp clothes,
easy to iron.
Wardrobe : dry clothes to
put away.
Extra dry :verydry clothes,
recommendedfortowellingand
bathrobes.
A cooling stage is foreseen at
the end of the drying cycle.
Detergent dispenser
Itisdividedinto3compartments:
1.Detergent for pre-wash;
2.Detergent for the main cycle
wash;
3.Fabricconditioner.
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On-off
When button H is pressed, the
washer-dryer is switched on,
when it is not the machine is
switched off.
Turning the appliance off
does not cancel the selected
programme.
On-off lamp / door locked
LampIflashes slowly whenthe
appliance is switched on and
awaiting instructions and at the
endofacycle,indicatingthatthe
door can be opened. It flashes
quickly when the door should
not be opened. A steady light
means the appliance has
accepted the selected
programme.
Drying cycle lamp
When this lamp is on, it means
that knob Chas been set on a
dryingcycle andatthe endofthe
washcycle,theappliancewillrun
theselected tumbledryingcycle.
The detergent dispenser with the
additional bleach compartment
is here.
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Type of fabric and degree of soil Programme
knob Temperature knob Detergent for wash Fabric softener Stain rem. button/
Bleach
Length of
the cycle
(minutes)
Description of wash cycle
COTTON
Exceptionally soiled whites
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.) 1 90°C ◆◆ 165 Prewash cycle, wash cycle at 90°C, rinse
cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
Exceptionally soiled whites
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.) 2 90°C ◆◆
Del./Trad. 145 Wash cycle at 90°C, rinse cycles,
intermediate and final spin cycles
Heavily soiled whites and fast colours 3 60°C ◆◆
Del./Trad. 130 Wash cycle at 60°C, rinse cycles,
intermediate and final spin cycles
Slightly soiled whites and delicate
colours (shirts, jumpers, etc.) 4 40°C ◆◆
Del./Trad. 95 Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles,
intermediate and final spin cycles
Rinse cycles/Bleach ◆Del./Trad. Rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
Spin cycle Draining and final spin cycle
Drying cycle for cotton fabrics
Stop/Reset Interrupts/Cancels the selected programme
SYNTHETICS
Heavily soiled fast colour synthetics
(baby linen, etc.) 5 60°C ◆◆
Delicate 100 Wash cycle at 60°C, rinse cycles, anti-
crease or delicate spin cycle
Delicate colour synthetics
(all types of slightly soiled garments) 6 40°C ◆◆
Delicate 70 Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles, anti-
crease or delicate spin cycle
Delicate colour synthetics (all types of
slightly soiled garments)7 30°C ◆◆ 30 Wash cycle at 30°C, rinse cycles and
delicate spin cycle
Rinse cycles/Bleach ◆Delicate Rinse cycles, anti-crease or delicate spin
cycel
Fabric softener ◆Rinse cycles with automatic introduction of
softener, anti-crease or delicate spin cycle
Spin cycle Draining and delicate spin cycle
Drying cycle for synthetic fabrics
Stop/Reset Interrupts/Cancels the selected programme
DELICATES
Hand wash 8 40°C ◆◆
Delicate 45 Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles and
delicate spin cycle
Particularly delicate garments and
fabrics (curtains, silk, viscose, etc.) 9 30°C ◆◆ 50 Wash cycle at 30°C, rinse cycles, anti-
crease or draining
Rinse cycles ◆Rinse cycles, anti-crease or draining
Spin cycle Draining and delicate spin cycle
Draining Draining
Drying cycle for wool
Stop/Reset Interrupts/Cancels the selected programme
A programme for all seasons
What are you washing today?
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Daily wash Your washer-dryer has a programme available for the washing of lightly soiled garments in a short amount of time.
By setting programme 7 at a temperature of 30°C, you can wash different types of fabrics together (except for wool and silk), with a
maximum load of 3kg. This programmes allows you to save on both time and energy as it only lasts around30 minutes.
WE RECOMMEND THE USE LIQUID DETERGENT.
Important: to cancel the wash programme you have just set, select one of the symbols (Stop/Reset) and wait for at least 5 seconds.
Special programme
The data found in the table is purely indicative, and can vary according to the quantity and type of washing, the water system temperature and
the room temperature.

Fabric
type Load type Max. load (kg) Extra
dry Wardrobe Iron
Cotton,
Linen Clothing of different
sizes 4 155 140 130
Cotton Terry
towels 4 155 140 130
Terital,
Cotton Sheets, Shirts 2,5 110 100 90
Acrylics Pyjamas,
socks, etc. 1656060
Nylon Slips, tights,
stockings,
etc. 1656060
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How to dry
AcombinedWashingand
DryingProgramme
Look at table Ato the side and
follow the instructions provided
for MAX load to have an
automatic washing and drying
cycle.
Follow theinstructions for wash
only(seepage2,the paragraph
entitled "Starting the Washer-
Dryer") and use knob Cto set
thetypeofdrying cycle desired,
thenpress buttonH(Iposition).
Ifthelaundryloadtobewashed
and dried exceeds the
maximum load foreseen (see
table A), then follow the
instructions provided for wash
only(seepage2,theparagraph
entitled "Starting the Washer-
Dryer").
When the wash cycle has
finished,remove your washing,
divideitupandreplace part ofit
insidethe drum.
Now follow the instructions
provided for a dry only cycle.
Repeat this procedure for the
remainderof the load.
Dry only
Once you have loaded the
washingthatneedsdrying(4kg
max. for cottons, see table for
other fabrics ), make sure that:
- the door is shut correctly;
-theplugisinsertedinthesocket;
- the water tap is turned on;
-buttonHhasnotbeen pressed
(Oposition).
And now set the wash cycle
knob
Set knob Aon the appropriate
dryingsetting depending on
thetypeoffabric, select the type
of drying cycle required using
knob Cand then press on-off
button H(Iposition).
Atthe endof thedrying cycle...
Wait for lamp Ito flash slowly,
thenturnthewasher-dryeroffby
pressing on-off button H
(Oposition).Nowyou can open
the appliance door. Once you
haveremovedthe washing from
the appliance, leave the door
open or ajar to avoid the
formation of bad odours and
turn off the water tap.
A.
- During the drying phase, the door tends to get quite hot.
- Do not use the appliance to dry clothes that have been
washed with flammable solvents (e.g. trichlorethylene).
- Do not use the appliance to dry foam rubber or similar
elastomers.
- Make sure that the water tap is turned on during the drying
cycles.
- This washer-dryer can only be used to dry clothes which
have been pre-washed in water.
WARNING
A spin cycle is carried out during the drying if you have set a
cotton programme and a level of dryness (Extra dry ,
Wardrobe , Iron ).
IMPORTANT
The woollen garments drying cycle should only and
exclusively be run together with the selection of a specific
cycle time (150 - 100 - 60 - 40 minutes). We recommend a
60 minute drying cycle for a 1 kg load.
If one of the three levels (Extra dry , Wardrobe ,
Iron ) is selected by mistake, the appliance will run a
drying cycle lasting the MAX time foreseen (150 minutes).
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Dryingtime(Min.)
Thedatacontainedin the tablearepurelyindicative.
Forcottonloadsof less than 1 Kg, use thedryingprogramme
designedforsynthetic fabrics.

Wash Bleaching Ironing Dry cleaning Drying
Strong
action
Delicate
action
High
Temp.
Low
Temperat.
Wash at
95°C Bleaching only in cold water Hot iron at max 200°C Dry clean with any solvent Machine dryable
Wash at
60°C Do not bleach
Medium hot
ironing at
max 150°C
Dry clean only with
perchloride, benzine
av., pure alcohol,
R111 and R113 Do not machine dry
Wash at
40°C Iron at max 110°C
Dry clean with av.
benzine, pure alcohol
and R113 Spread to dry
Wash at
30°C Not ironable Do not dry clean
Hang to dry
without spin
drying
Hand wash Dry on clothes hanger
Not
washable in
water
Understanding labels
Learnthe meaning of these symbolsand youwill getbetter
results, your garments will last longer resulting in an
improvedwash.
AlloverEurope,garment labels
containmessagesexpressedin
small yet important symbols.
Understanding them is very
important if you want to get
better results and treat your
garmentstheway they deserve
tobe treated.
These symbols are divided in
five different categories and
shapes:washing ,bleaching
, ironing ,dry cleaning
and drying .
Consult and learn the symbols in this table: they will help you
obtain a better wash, treat your clothes properly, and get a
better performance out of your washer-dryer.
Useful tips
Turn shirts inside out to get better results
and make them last longer.
Always empty pockets of their contents.
Look at the label: it will always give you useful
advice.
When loading your washing, try to have a mixture
of large to small items. Make sure you select the right
temperature!
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Usefultips
Never use your washer-
dryer to wash... torn, fraying or
non-hemmed linen. If it is
absolutelyneccessary,placeitin
abagforprotection.Donotwash
colouredlinenwith whites.
Watchthe weight!
For best results, do not exceed
the weight limits stated below
(figures show weight of dry
garments):
- Resistant fabrics:
5 kg maximum
- Synthetic fabrics:
2.5 kg maximum
- Delicate fabrics:
2 kg maximum
- Pure new wool:
1 kg maximum
How to wash almost anything
Curtains.
Curtains tend to crease a great
deal. A useful tip to reduce
creasing: fold the curtains and
place them in a pillow case or
meshbag.Donotloadanything
else inside the appliance, this
will ensure that the overall
weightdoesnotexceedthe half
load. Remember to use the
specific programme 9which
automaticallyexcludes the spin
cycle.
Trainers.
Once you have removed mud
and dirt from trainers, you can
even wash them with jeans or
any other tough garments. Do
not wash trainers with whites.
Quilted coats and anorak.
Youcanwashquilted coats and
wind-cheaters, too, if they are
padded with goose or duck
down. Do not load more than
2-3 kg and never load 5 kg.
Repeat rinse once or twice
usingthe gentle spin.
How much does it weigh?
1sheet400-500 gr.
1pillowcase 150-200gr.
1tablecloth 400-500gr.
1bathrobe 900-1,200gr.
1towel150-250gr.
Coloured T-shirts, printed
onesandshirtslastlongerif turned
insideoutbeforewashing.
Printed T-shirts and sweatshirts
shouldalwaysbeironedinsideout.
Dungaree alert.
Very popular “salopette” type
overalls have straps with hooks
thatcandamagethedrumofyour
washer-dryerorother garments
duringthewash.To minimise the
risk, place hooks in the pocket
andfastenwithsafetypins.
Holidays: unplug the
appliance.
It is recommended that you
shouldunplugthe machine from
thesocketand turn off the water
supply. Leave the door ajar to
allow air circulation to the draw
andthedoorgasketarea.Thiswill
preventunpleasant odours.
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For best results, we
recommend you use a
specific detergent, taking
carenotto wash morethan
1kg of laundry.
WOOLCYCLE